Am I supposed to remove the rubber pads on the iron rest when I'm using the iron? Are they heat-proof?
36509
I haven't used the iron rest (I just don't have the space) but I can't imagine they would put something that melts there. They feel covered in silicone.
36510
You do not have to remove the rubber pads... They are heat-proof. Let me know if you have any further questions.
572620
I steamed off old rubber pads, cleaned and painted the surface, then installed these Safe Way pads. They're great. The traction is fantastic. The old rubber steamed off pretty well by just running a scraper underneath as the pad was heated by the steam.
2085897
The pads have a clear coating on them. I was able to solder to the pads without removing the coating first without any problems.
380519
I'm not an expert, but from my experience, the heat is far more gentle than a flat iron. I don't find it damaging.
226825
I would be careful and tread lightly with an SOS pad. Probably it wouldn't hurt, especially if you didn't exert a lot of pressure, but if you scratch the surface, that area will always be a sticking point, as well as a place for rust to start. I've never found an SOS to be necessary. I always grease, butter or spray my pan, and if something does stick, I let it soak a little while, then use a plastic scrubber, and it always comes right off. Happy roasting!
1239222
Hi. Just wanted to let you know that the product is all metal except for the pads. Very sturdy product. The pads are thin dense foam on each side. I purchased foam kneeling pads from the Dollar Tree several years ago and they fit on the original pads really well. I need the extra padding because I had knees replaced. Think you will enjoy this product. It has let me get down on my knees where otherwise I would not have been able. Just a tip: if you other this product be sure to glue rubber tips on. They will come off.
868409
When the other answer speaks of heat resistance and puncture resistance, it is moot just because for 15 dollars, small burns in the top surface are not at all a worry. If you were to leave your soldering iron on the mat it might melt but that is something to try to avoid.
439192
I've only used my rest with wood stocked rimfire rifles. I'm guessing that a lot of heat might effect the padded portion of the rest, but that could be dealt with, I think with some insulating material between the rest and the hot barrel or whatever.
931743
No, however I have found the iron rest to be very useful. It has silicone strips on it which allows you to place a hot iron in it while you are ironing. This allows you full, unobstructed use of the entire ironing board. I also use it as a hanger rack when I'm ironing.
458606
Your question is not very clear, so I am going to have to make some assumptions. It appears you are using Velcro to secure your rolled mat. I assume you are referring to storing a hot soldering iron in your rolled mat that is secured by the Velcro. If your soldering iron is for low temperature solders (melting point about 360 degrees F) then you should not have a problem since the silicone mat has an upper limit of 600 degrees F. Having said that, I think it would be a good idea to let the iron cool for about 5 minutes before storing it. If your question is, can you put the Velcro in direct contact with the hot soldering iron, the answer is "NO". The Velcro will most likely melt.
750727
It's all metal except the knob and both handles have a silicone? insert or covering to, I believe, help you grip those parts better. I'm not sure if they're heat resistant at all. The clip or scraper on the bottom may be plastic.
116926
I bought my machine less than a year ago. I would buy the drawstring pads. Mine keep wanting to come off.
2261813
I have never used the heated vacuum ironing board. I have always used a regular ironing board and still use it with no problems.
206581
Hi Linda;I have this item in use for several months. I have placed pans directly from the eye of the stove onto the pad, and I do not see any reaction to the rubber backing. The pad is setting on the Formica cabinet top adjacent to the electric stove. Apparently, there is some heat resistant material between the metal top and the rubber backing, which keeps a lot of the heat from reaching the rubber backing.
741018
As far as I know all heating pads tell you not to lie on them. I haven't let that stop me with any I have ever owned. Just pay attention to the heat setting and how long you lay on it. Also, if you have a medical condition where heat may cause problems, you want to be very careful.
533699
Everyting but the water filter pellets. Have to buy those yourself. There should he a bought together frequently suggestion. I've had this since last fall, and it's been great. Only complaint is that my resting rubber pad that came with it blisters up if it gets too hot, even though I don't keep my iron on my ironing board any more while it's in use and have a cooling rack beneath the resting rubber pad. Might want to buy your own....
1620933
I installed them about 2 years ago on my dining room chairs and have not needed to replace the pads or do any maintenance since then. The pads are quite thick and don't seem to wear or compress very much.